Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to decode emerging paradigms and architect strategies for the next technological revolution. This role requires cross-industry foresight, data-driven trend analysis, and the ability to translate speculative concepts into actionable business blueprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems while leading a dedicated innovation incubator.
Responsibilities
- Research and forecast disruptive technologies shaping 2026-2030 markets
- Develop strategic roadmaps for quantum integration and AI governance
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing business models
- Author whitepapers on metaverse economics and decentralized finance
- Partner with VCs to identify pre-emptive investment opportunities
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Present foresight findings to Fortune 500 leadership teams
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, AGI, or neurotech
- Published thought leadership in technology futurism (Harvard/MIT/IEEE)
- Advanced degree in Systems Engineering, Futures Studies, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful enterprise innovation launches
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools (e.g., TrendHunter, Gartner)
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies (STEEP, DELPHI)
- Global network of tech innovators and academic researchers